1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Fulvia | 480 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
